Adobe Launches Flash-to-HTML5 Conversion Tool

OREM, Utah — Adobe Systems has released a free experimental Flash-to-HTML 5 conversion tool that allows users to convert Flash Professional output (FLA files) to HTML5 via a simple drag and drop.

Called “Wallaby," the software is a cross-platform Adobe AIR application from Adobe Labs that can be edited using any text editor or authoring tool like Dreamweaver.

Wallaby’s main thrust is for developing simple banner ads and other animation.

The product reportedly made its first appearance last fall at Adobe's Max 2010 developer conference and now at the FITC Flash show in Amsterdam.

"We are making this available free on Adobe Labs as experimental technology; it's something we hope to continue to iterate and get feedback on from customers," said Tom Barclay, senior product manager for Flash Professional.

He added, "I'm interested in how useful this output is, what people intend to use it for, and whether this is something we should be supporting longer term in Flash Professional as another output option or publish setting."

The Apple community is particularly interested in the release because it would make some content previously unavailable on the iOS platform viewable on the iPad and iPhone. Apple has resisted supporting Flash on its iOS devices claiming that Adobe’s technology is vulnerable to hacking, uses too much battery life and crashes too often.

But Adobe has countered Apple’s criticisms and said the ban is overly restrictive and hurts users and software developers.

Despite the positive buzz, Wallaby has limitations.

Barclay pointed out that not all elements from the Flash files will translate into HTML5. Although users get the benefit of improved design and motion graphic animations, blend modes and filters along with audio, video and ActionScript are not supported in the translation.

Adobe explained that the beta version of Wallaby is simply a starting point that includes a combination of HTML, SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics) and CSS.

Wallaby does supports Flash Professional features that include vector art and images, classic text, keyframes, MovieClips and graphics, classic, motion, shape tweens, rollover buttons and instance names.

The software doesn’t support Flash Professional filters (except simple alpha), blend modes, dynamic masks, some TLF (Text Layout Framework) text, 3D transforms and 3D tween, audio and video and ActionScript.

For more sophisticated development Barclay advised that content be brought into Dreamweaver and add interactivity using JavaScript and JQuery.

Wallaby has reportedly been tested mostly in WebKit-based browsers such as Safari and Chrome and some conversions in Firefox, Android and Opera browsers, but the latter versions are not yet available.

Although not confirmed, speculation is that Wallaby will be added to a future versions of Flash Professional.

Related:  

Copyright © 2024 Adnet Media. All Rights Reserved. XBIZ is a trademark of Adnet Media.
Reproduction in whole or in part in any form or medium without express written permission is prohibited.

More News

Age Verification: FSC's Mike Stabile Reports from the Frontlines

Two years into the religiously-inspired crusade to ban free access to adult material in the U.S. through carefully drafted "age verification" legislation, the constant onslaught of state-by-state proposals and laws — many of them copied from each other — can be hard to follow.

Written Erotica Platform 'Hevvn' Launches

Hevvn, a new platform aimed at erotica writers seeking to publish, promote and profit from their work, debuted Thursday.

Sssh.com's Angie Rowntree Speaks at Brown University

Sssh.com founder Angie Rowntree spoke at a Brown University class last week, discussing several topics related to adult filmmaking.

Online Industry Veteran Joe E. Passes Away

Online industry veteran Joe E has passed away, according to friends and industry associates.

Judge Acquits Backpage Defendants of Most Charges Before 2nd Retrial

A federal judge acquitted former co-owner of Backpage.com Michael Lacey and two co-defendants on most of the counts remaining from the protracted trial launched against the website operators by the Justice Department in 2018.

Adult Time Partners With Animation Studio 3DGspot

Adult Time has signed a deal to distribute content on its streaming platform from animation studio 3DGspot.

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp Signs Age Verification Bill Into Law

Republican Gov. Brian Kemp this week signed into law a bill that includes provisions requiring age verification for viewing adult content in Georgia, mirroring legislation being sponsored around the country by anti-porn religious conservative activists.

AEBN Publishes Popular Searches by Country for February, March

AEBN has released the popular searches from its straight and gay theaters in more than three dozen countries during February and March.

HardWerk Relaunches Through YourPaysitePartner

HardWerk.com has relaunched through YourPaysitePartner (YPP).

Aylo Asks Judge to Trim Sweeping GDP-Related Lawsuit

Aylo asked a California federal judge during a hearing on Monday to drop trafficking claims from a sweeping lawsuit brought by a former GirlsDoPorn model.

Show More